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Recovery Empowerment Network Peer Support Specialist in Phoenix, Arizona
This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/6914320
JOB DESCRIPTION
Recovery Empowerment Network
JOB TITLE: Recovery Coach 1
REPORTS TO:Manager
STATUS:Nonexempt
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of Program Management, utilizing shared experience, working agency-wide to meet the needs of REN members. By providing support and assistance on an individual basis to set and achieve short- and long-term goals working toward and maintaining their recovery. Responsible for ensuring all services are provided consistently with RENs philosophy and values.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensures center advisement is conducted on a regular and ongoing basis.
Provides support to members participating in center activities.
Maintains the minimum standard of 65% of worked hours in delivering services.
Maintains records to include required tracking and reporting.
Documents progress of each member served and submits billing timely utilizing the REN software program, meeting data validation expectations.
Works in partnership with program management to enhance programs, promote services, and increase membership.
Maintains positive relationships with clinic staff and leadership.
Meets program management directives and objectives through department strategic planning.
Participates in clinical staff meetings, trainings, all-staff meetings, and other activities as required.
Submits timely and accurate timecards, mileage, and reimbursement requests.
Completes administrative tasks which may include preparing documents, copying, faxing, and making/receiving REN-related telephone calls.
May be required to provide transportation to members on an as-needed basis.
Ensures advisement is conducted on a regular and ongoing basis in the various departments within REN, as required.
Ensures flexibility with schedule and willingness to accept assignments with little or no previous notice.
May be required to travel to other REN locations or offsite activities and programs.
Perform related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of the principles of behavioral health recovery and adherence to RENs philosophy.
Knowledge of state behavioral health individuals and agency licensure regulations and requirements.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
Ability to work under pressure and address events/crises that may develop unexpectedly.
Intermediate Microsoft Office experience and ability.
Type 40-45wpm
Ability to operate a motor vehicle, including both cargo and large passenger vans and other vehicles.
Ability to apply critical thinking, and sound judgment in an ever-changing environment with multiple and competing priorities.
EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
A High School Diploma/GED or higher
Completion of Peer Support Training and Peer Support Certification preferred.
Previous service delivery work experience in the behavioral health field.
A current Arizona Driver\'s License and a current satisfactory 39-month Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Must be 21 years of age.
CPR and First Aid certifications
Tuberculosis test
Bilingual preferred but not required.
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